Nigeria, Nov. 4 -- Former United States President Barack Obama has reacted to the Democratic Party's victory over President Donald Trump's Republican Party in the just-concluded midterm elections.

In a statement shared on his X account on Wednesday, Obama said the election results reflected Americans' desire for political leaders who promote unity, offer practical solutions and prioritise public service over division.

He congratulated Democratic candidates who emerged victorious across different parts of the country, including traditionally Republican strongholds.

Obama attributed the party's success to candidates from diverse backgrounds who shared a commitment to representing their constituents and serving the public."The American p...